Ideal adjustment, retraction depth

Open door window
Attach special tool 51 3 080 to door window glass
Close front door and door window
Measure retraction depth

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 51 3 080 To Door Window Glass
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NOTE: 2 items of special tool 51 3 080 are required for adjustment of retraction depths.

Measure retraction depth (C) in areas (A and B).

Retraction depth (C):

A = 4 ± 0.5 mm

Gap between measuring point and triangular mirror section = 30 mm

B = 7.5 ± 0.5 mm

Gap, measuring point = next to dot screen

Fig 2: Measuring Retraction Depth In Areas

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IMPORTANT: Front door must open and close without the door window glass touching the roof trim strip.